Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery

Demonstrate deep knowledge in embryology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiological mechanisms, as well as the natural history of the most prevalent medical-surgical diseases in the specialty, in addition to methods for primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention.

Have knowledge of diagnostic-therapeutic procedures from clinical history to invasive and non-invasive diagnostic-therapeutic studies, including their indication, utility, risks, and complications.

Perform actions of prevention, self-care, diagnostic, medical-surgical treatment, and rehabilitation with the support of current technological resources available for comprehensive care of medical-surgical pathologies and their complications.

Apply current national and international regulations related to the discipline and quality of medical care with emphasis on patient safety.

Understand the theoretical aspects of the teaching-learning process applied to patient education, family members, and multidisciplinary health team related to topics within their discipline.

Promote healthy lifestyle habits, identifying risk factors considering intercultural elements.

Use information and communication technologies and recognize their importance for daily practice within their profession.

Apply with skill and proficiency the most updated procedures and technical resources in Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery for the comprehensive care, diagnosis, and treatment of patients.

Integrate in a timely and organized manner the clinical picture and paraclinical studies of the patient to establish appropriate diagnoses and choose the suitable therapeutic option.

Treat the sick individual as a biopsychosocial entity within the scope of their competence.

Provide ongoing communication resulting in effective information exchange and a proper relationship with patients, their families, and the healthcare team.

Plan a study and treatment program based on scientific criteria, with principles of service quality, to contribute to sustainable human development with equity and justice.

Coordinate multidisciplinary care with other specialists to offer the best comprehensive therapeutic option.

Employ scientific methods to conduct clinical research and design research projects that address the health needs of the population.

Develop timely responsiveness to emerging diseases, establishing prevention and control strategies.

Apply the ethical and deontological principles of medical practice.

Assume responsibility and a service-oriented attitude towards the issues involved in the health-disease process.

Achieve a positive and respectful relationship with the patient, family, and professional environment.

Prioritize medical-administrative decision-making regarding prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation, based on risk-benefit and cost-benefit balance, aimed at improving the patient's quality of life.

Show deep respect for the environment.

Have an awareness of their social responsibility and their importance within the healthcare system.

Exercise self-criticism to recognize their limitations, seek support when necessary, and refer to the patient when appropriate.